2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1182 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model TrailBlazer Tiburon
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4162 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 245 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2247 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 55 L


 

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